National TV show airing live from S.A. — and you’re invited

Wow! This is something that doesn’t happen every day: A gossipy entertainment news show will broadcast live from downtown San Antonio Thursday and Friday – and you’re invited to be part the action.

Univision’s “El Gordo y La Flaca” (The Scoop and the Skinny) will bring viewers around the nation the unique color and vibe of San Antonio as well as some hot news and top musical acts.

At 3 p.m. Thursday, the network hit will be broadcast from Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita Street. It will be hosted by its regular presenters, the lively duo of Lili Estefan and Raúl de Molina. Featured that day will be a performance by popular Tejano music group Intocable.

Then, at 3 p.m. Friday, the Spanish-language TV show moves to the picturesque San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza. Host Raul will be joined by regional Mexican superstar Bobby Pulido and one of today’s sexiest pop stars, Jencarlos Canela.

“Both days, fans can join the show at no cost,” Univision spokeswoman Jenisei Couso wrote in an e-mail. Fans are urged to arrive early.

Couso added that some onlookers may land on television. Lili and Raul always interact with the crowds both during the show and within commercial breaks, she said.

Or, if you prefer the comfortable setting of your living room, why not tune in at 3 p.m. both days — on KWEX locally — and enjoy what promises to be some fabulous entertainment.